Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester, WA

6,282 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rochester? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rochester. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.8198°N, -123.0636°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rochester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

5 of 15 waterfalls near Rochester are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring Denman Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Fisk Falls Strong Willapa Falls Strong Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Partly Sunny · 72°F

Tod 72°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 73°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 75°F Partly Sunny
Wed 79°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rochester

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Mima Falls Roaring · 285 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cedar Creek Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Fisk Falls Strong · 68 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Willapa Falls Strong · 68 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Kennedy Falls Strong · 35 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Little Mashel Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 71st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rochester (9 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Rochester

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

Fisk Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

16.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

17.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

13.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

46 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

13.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

McKenna Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

33.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

34 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Marietta Falls

36.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rochester

Are there free waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Rochester, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rochester?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Rochester, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rochester?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beaver Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rochester?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rochester is Beaver Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rochester?

The tallest waterfall near Rochester is Beaver Falls at 48 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rochester require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Rochester require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rochester?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Rochester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rochester?

The closest waterfall to Rochester is Mima Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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